Fifty shades of steingrau
Fifty shades of steingrau
My jalopy was parked up next to this one at Hedingham. It's a '59 steingrau buyers market at the moment, the other (2 cars forward and 1 to the left) is up for sale at PRS
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/234202744769 ... 1438.l2649
https://www.prs356.co.uk/cars-for-sale/
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/234202744769 ... 1438.l2649
https://www.prs356.co.uk/cars-for-sale/
maverick
noun
1. an unorthodox or independent-minded person.
2. an unbranded calf or yearling.
Origin mid 19th century: from the name of Samuel A. Maverick (1803–70), a Texas rancher who did not brand his cattle.
noun
1. an unorthodox or independent-minded person.
2. an unbranded calf or yearling.
Origin mid 19th century: from the name of Samuel A. Maverick (1803–70), a Texas rancher who did not brand his cattle.
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Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
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Funnily enough I saw that advertised on Car & Classic earlier today & thought what good value it sounded ...
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Funnily enough I saw that advertised on Car & Classic earlier today & thought what good value it sounded ...
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Andy
“Adding power makes you faster on the straights;
- subtracting weight makes you faster everywhere”
“Adding power makes you faster on the straights;
- subtracting weight makes you faster everywhere”
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Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
I thought so, too, when I saw it at the Castle.Lightweight_911 wrote:.
Funnily enough I saw that advertised on Car & Classic earlier today & thought what good value it sounded ...
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And local to me.
I can resist everything except temptation...
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Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
I’m wondering why it never has any number plates showing in all the images I’ve seen? Nor any provision to fit them?
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Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
It's only done a handful of miles since engine build and some paint fettling. Owner made decision to sell before getting it back from that, hence is not planning to drill holes in case the next custodian prefers stick-ons.210bhp wrote:I’m wondering why it never has any number plates showing in all the images I’ve seen? Nor any provision to fit them?
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I've seen it with its rear plate held on to the bumper with cable ties... I imagine a more elegant solution would be feasible!
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Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
Does that mean a 356A is joining the ranks Richard ?inaglasshouse wrote: I can resist everything except temptation...
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Andy
“Adding power makes you faster on the straights;
- subtracting weight makes you faster everywhere”
“Adding power makes you faster on the straights;
- subtracting weight makes you faster everywhere”
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Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
'fraid so Andy! Bought today.Lightweight_911 wrote:Does that mean a 356A is joining the ranks Richard ?inaglasshouse wrote: I can resist everything except temptation...
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Another slightly unwise purchase, I fear, but I want to try a 356 and this one ticked a lot of boxes for me.
I have promised faithfully that I will sell (at least) one car, and the '69 S is nearest to the exit.
Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
Congrats on the new motor. I liked the look of this one when I saw it at Hedingham
Any initial plans for the car?
Any initial plans for the car?
maverick
noun
1. an unorthodox or independent-minded person.
2. an unbranded calf or yearling.
Origin mid 19th century: from the name of Samuel A. Maverick (1803–70), a Texas rancher who did not brand his cattle.
noun
1. an unorthodox or independent-minded person.
2. an unbranded calf or yearling.
Origin mid 19th century: from the name of Samuel A. Maverick (1803–70), a Texas rancher who did not brand his cattle.
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Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
Well done - thought it looked a great car. Be interested in your reports
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Nice work! Consider me jealous.
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Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
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Moi aussi ...
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Moi aussi ...
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Andy
“Adding power makes you faster on the straights;
- subtracting weight makes you faster everywhere”
“Adding power makes you faster on the straights;
- subtracting weight makes you faster everywhere”
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Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
Thanks all.
Initial plans? Well, I’ve never owned a 356, and this one works as-is, so start by driving it around to see if I like it. I’m grateful to have the opportunity. In this case the man maths says this car was decent value, so if I do decide to make a swift exit, it “shouldn’t” be too ruinous.
Noob questions and naiive observations to follow. Since it only has 60 bhp, I will refrain from pointing out that it’s a bit slow.
Initial plans? Well, I’ve never owned a 356, and this one works as-is, so start by driving it around to see if I like it. I’m grateful to have the opportunity. In this case the man maths says this car was decent value, so if I do decide to make a swift exit, it “shouldn’t” be too ruinous.
Noob questions and naiive observations to follow. Since it only has 60 bhp, I will refrain from pointing out that it’s a bit slow.
Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
If you find it too slow there’s always the option to get a few more ponies by upgrading to 912 spec or go further still and pop a polo engine in there.
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Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
We’ll done Richard - glad you found the car you wanted. Sounds like it’s been ‘well bought’ too. Settle back and enjoy it!inaglasshouse wrote:Thanks all.
Initial plans? Well, I’ve never owned a 356, and this one works as-is, so start by driving it around to see if I like it. I’m grateful to have the opportunity. In this case the man maths says this car was decent value, so if I do decide to make a swift exit, it “shouldn’t” be too ruinous.
Noob questions and naiive observations to follow. Since it only has 60 bhp, I will refrain from pointing out that it’s a bit slow.
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Re: Fifty shades of steingrau
Nice buy by the looks of it. Let us know how you get on for all us other 356 virgins.
Congrats
Regards
Mike
Congrats
Regards
Mike
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73 RS (Sold)
67 S
Mint T (Sold)
996 Turbo (Sold)
73 2.4E (home after 25 years) and Sold again
73T targa (signal yellow project)
1953 Vauxhall Velox
914/6
1963 356B
https://www.mybespokeroom.com/
73 RS (Sold)
67 S
Mint T (Sold)
996 Turbo (Sold)
73 2.4E (home after 25 years) and Sold again
73T targa (signal yellow project)
1953 Vauxhall Velox
914/6
1963 356B
https://www.mybespokeroom.com/